Creating homemade freezer jam without cooking is a fantastic way to enjoy delicious and incredibly flavorful preserves without spending hours in the kitchen. The simplified process eliminates the need for hot water baths, long boiling times, and special equipment, making it an accessible and rewarding experience for home cooks of all skill levels. With just a few simple steps and minimal ingredients, you can craft a variety of delectable freezer jams, bursting with the vibrant flavors of your favorite fruits and berries, that will bring a taste of summer to your kitchen all year round.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HOW TO MAKE NO-COOK FREEZER JAM
Steps:
- Measure exact amount of crushed strawberries into a large bowl. To crush the berries, I prefer to use a potato masher or rigid pastry blender. If using a food processor, pulse lightly to still have a nice amount of chunkiness, with small bits of fruit. Do not puree. Add exact amount of sugar to the crushed berries and stir to combine. Let sit for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir pectin and water in small saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove saucepan from heat.Pour pectin mixture over berry/sugar mixture and stir for 3 minutes, or until sugar has completely dissolved. If a few sugar crystals remain, that's alright. Using a ladle, immediately fill containers, leaving 1/2 inch of space at the top. Clean any jam from jar rims with a wet paper towel. Cover jars with lids. Let stand at room temperature for 24 hours. To use immediately, store in refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. Otherwise store in the freezer for up to one year. Then simply thaw in refrigerator before using.Recipe adapted from SURE-JELL box instructions.
NO COOK FREEZER JAM
Not sure if this is a new product, but I got a sample of Ball Simple Creations No Cook Freezer Jam Fruit Pectin at Wal-Mart along with some recipes. More info at www.freshpreserving.com
Provided by WI Cheesehead
Categories Raspberries
Time 35m
Yield 5 8 oz containers
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Stir sugar and contents of package in a bowl until well blended.
- Add 4 cups crushed fruit (for peaches, reduce to 3 1/2 cups). Stir 3 minutes.
- Ladle jam into clean plastic (or glass)freezer jars.
- Twist on lids and let stand until thickened, about 30 minutes.
- Refrigerate up to 3 weeks or freeze up to 1 year.
- NOTE: Fresh strawberries: 4 (1 lb) pkgs Frozen Strawberries: 3 (12 oz) bags.
- Fresh Peaches: 12 medium.
- Frozen Peaches: 3 (16 oz) bags.
- Fresh Raspberries: 6 (6 oz) pkgs.
- Frozen Raspberies: 3 (12 oz) bags.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.2, Sodium 0.6, Carbohydrate 60, Sugar 59.9
FREEZER JAM
This is a great way to make jam because it's simple, lower in sugar, and lets the flavor of ripe fruit shine. Our method makes it a cinch to save the last of your favorite summer produce, like nectarines, plums, or berries. The key ingredient is pectin, which gives this jam the right consistency. The recipe is so easy, you might just need a second freezer!
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Time 2h45m
Yield Makes 7 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Thoroughly wash, rinse, and dry seven 8-ounce plastic freezer or glass jars with tight-fitting lids. You can also use zip-top freezer bags.
- In a medium pot, combine fruit and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high.
- In a bowl, whisk together sugar and pectin; add to fruit, stirring until sugar mixture dissolves and fruit returns to a full rolling boil. Boil 1 minute, then remove from heat.
- Transfer to jars or bags, leaving a 1/2-inch space on top. Seal and let sit at room temperature until jam is set, 2 to 3 hours. To store, freeze, up to 6 months. To thaw jam, transfer to the refrigerator and use within 3 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40 g
Tips:
- Use ripe, fresh fruit for the best flavor.
- Wash fruit thoroughly before using.
- Use a food processor or blender to puree the fruit until smooth.
- Add sugar and lemon juice to the fruit puree and stir until dissolved.
- Pour the jam mixture into freezer-safe containers, leaving 1 inch of headspace.
- Freeze the jam for at least 24 hours before using.
- Thaw the jam in the refrigerator or at room temperature before serving.
Conclusion:
No-cook freezer jam is a quick and easy way to preserve fruit and enjoy it all year long. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can make delicious jam that is perfect for spreading on toast, waffles, pancakes, or yogurt.
So next time you have a glut of fruit, don't let it go to waste. Make no-cook freezer jam instead! It's a delicious and easy way to enjoy your favorite fruits all year long.
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